When our child dies, we want to die ourselves so we can go be with them. It may not make sense to others, or even ourselves, especially when we know in our heads that we have reasons (people) to live for.
It is important for you to know that this is “normal” for someone who has lost a child, and also that you will get past those feelings at some point and start seeing that life is worth living again.
You are not alone. There are others who have felt the same way. We didn’t think we could make it, but we did, and so can you! I pray this episode is an encouragement and brings at least a glimmer of hope into the dark pit you found yourself thrown into, after the death of your child.
Links Mentioned in this episode:
Suicide prevention lifeline 800-273-8255
Find out more about EMDR (Rapid Eye Movement therapy for trauma and PTSD)
Click on the episodes below you would like to hear:
12 – Facing our Fears After the Death of our Child
13 – I Am Afraid No One Will Remember My Child
14 – I Am Afraid to Enjoy Life Without My Child
15 – I Am Afraid of Losing Another Child
16 – The Fear of Grief Triggers
17 – I Am Afraid I Am Losing My Mind
18 – I Am Afraid My Child Might Not Be in Heaven
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Birthdays:
Adam Sharp was born on April 21 and is forever 19.
Christopher Schofer was born on April 21 and is forever 25.
Abigail Jane (Abi) was born on April 25 and is forever 18 months.
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The special song written for our children’s birthdays I Remember Well can be heard here.
Remember to Hold On Pain Eases; there is HOPE!
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Grieving Parents Sharing Hope (GPS Hope) is here to walk with parents through the darkness of child-loss, guiding them to a place of hope, light and purpose.
It is a safe place for anyone who has lost a child from this earth. There is no shame or judgment in where you are in this journey, including if you are struggling in your relationship with God or your faith has been completely shattered.
Thank you for acknowledging my son, Christopher’s Birthday. It touched my broken heart. This meant the world to me. Thank you for all that you do!
You are so very welcome. I love the chance to celebrate our kids’ birthdays!